The Romford-born star captioned the post: “So, since I was five years old all I’ve ever wanted to be was Ginger Spice. She was my ultimate idol because she was bold, fearless and the ultimate girl power pin up.

“My mum took me to Romford Market to get a Union Jack dress but they’d all sold out so I cried the whole way home.”

In a reference to TV talent show Stars In Their Eyes, which was hosted by Matthew Kelly, Nelson added: “Well tonight Matthew, I am Ginger Spice.”